Cal football: Three impressions

1. Junior linebacker Jalen Jefferson intercepted Jared Goff on the first play of 11-on-11 drills. Goff tried to zip the pass over Jefferson, who was able to jump and make an impressive grab. It’s those kind of plays that show why Jefferson, who has 11 starts in his Cal career, will be an important piece to the linebacking corps this year.

2. Senior safety Michael Lowe has been active the last two days, earning praise from Sonny Dykes.

“He’s changed his body a little bit,” Dykes said. ”He’s lighter. He’s moving much better than he did last year.”

With junior Stefan McClure moving to free safety from cornerback this year, there’s been competition for Lowe at the strong safety spot with junior Avery Sebastian. Defensive backs coach Greg Burns was asked if Lowe’s play has kept others from wresting the position away. His response? “That’s correct.”

3. Junior receiver Bryce Treggs has been playing on the inside through camp, rather than his former spot on the outside. Dykes said it’s a more comfortable position for Treggs, a 5-foot-11, speedy receiver because he can get the ball easier in more space. It’s showed through practice as Treggs has been a big-play threat.